Vibram Fivefingers Women's TrekSport

These are awesome shoes for hiking -- but I first made the mistake of getting these shoes too fitting. It felt fine when I first tried them on and walked with them around the house, until I really put it to the test on a challenging hike. My street shoe size is 6, and I got a 36 (6 US). I wore them on a 10 mile hike on all kinds of terrain: river crossings, rocky trails and dry land. They felt fine for the first 4 miles, until I started feeling the pain around my toes while navigating myself through the rocky trails. I took a long break after the 5th mile. It felt so good when I took those shoes off! Then the pain started again for the next 5 miles -- Blisters were starting to form around my pinky toes. It was such a huge relief as soon as I finished the hike!

The next day, I went to a local store and tried on a 37, and they were nice and snug! I knew I had to exchange my 36 with a 37, and so I did! I wore them on another 10 mile hike to a mountain with 10,064 ft of elevation. Most of the trails were rocky and had a lot of loose rocks with continuous incline to reach the peak of the mountain. The shoes were so comfortable, light, and gave me a good grip and balance navigating through the rocks -- better than any other big hiking shoes/boots. Not only that, I got a lot of compliments from hikers passing by! Coming back down though, navigating with control through the loose rocks put a lot of pressure on my big toes that they did start to hurt a little, but it wasn't as bad as my last 10 mile hike with the wrong size shoes! No blisters, just a bit of pain. I made it through the finish line just fine.

These shoes are good for "light trekking" like it says on the description, but that doesn't keep me from going on long, challenging hikes with them! However, do expect pain and make sure you can handle it on long hikes with tough terrains. But overall, these shoes are very comfortable and stylish -- dries quick too if you get them wet! I would highly recommend this product and definitely buy another pair. Although I don't recommend buying the KSO Trek for running on concrete, since they have a different kind of padding. If running is something you're more interested in, I would get the Bikila instead.

I've tried a few different Vibram models (KSO, JAYA, BIKILA) but I always returned them after wearing them a few times because they really bothered my feet. I saw these in pink and HAD to have them so I took a risk and spent my saved up points on these bad boys. I am so glad I did. They fit so much better than the other styles i've tried. The back has a lot more cushion which is awesome. The strap makes the whole shoe adjustable, not just the sides to top like most straps. I really like the nice, thick bottom with the good grips. This is really good for Crossfit because our training varies so much, it is nice to have a shoe that can withstand all different workouts. TOTALLY WOULD RECOMMEND.

I haven't used these to run in, but I wear them all the time in summer for little hikes or anything involving water. These are great for wearing during a day kayaking or canoeing. I used to have to take my shoes on, off, on, off when transporting boats or getting in them, whatever. Now I'll just throw these on and leave them on all day. I don't have to worry about getting my shoes soaked, and walking around a trail or parking lot isn't torture on my feet. The sole is better than on some of the other models, so I know I have a good grip when stepping on a rock or submerged log.

These were the first pair of Vibram Five Fingers I ever purchased. I love being outside, so they seemed like the most logical choice. I bought a pair of Bikilas at the same time, and there was a definite difference in the adjustment period for the two pairs. After I got used to the feeling of things between my toes, the Bikilas were amazing. These took a bit longer, probably due to the thicker sole on them. Despite that longer adjustment period, these were fantastic for handling all the rocks and slippery spots on the trail when I wore them hiking, and I was amazed at how well I could feel all the different surfaces.

I first ordered the Vibram Sprint model because it was the cheaper option...however, I returned those after realizing that I couldn't wear them for more than an hour without pain. I tried the TrekSports instead, and they are definitely worth the extra money! I'm especially a fan of the padding on the back heal...it protected my heal from the blisters that the Sprints started. I also couldn't believe how light and comfortable they were. I will be living in these for the rest of the summer...running, kayaking, and just walking around. I followed the sizing chart online...but, if you find yourself between two sizes, definitely go for the larger of the two.

I really really love these. I had been unable to run because of bad knees until I found these. For sure takes some getting used to, but once your muscles get used to running in these, they are amazing. I like that this pair in particular has a little extra padding for concrete running and they stay on really well without causing blisters. I have also used some of the barefoot running shoes that don't have separate toes...and those are ok...but nothing beats these really.

I got these shoes as a gift, in hot pink, and they look awesome. Mose people like the neutral colors but I think its fun to give people a good show. They protect the bottom of my feet from rocks when im hiking, which is great. Theyre not too good at sticking to slippery boulders because of the tread. I think the original KSO would be better for that. Also, I wear a 7.5-8 and I got a 38. I should have gotten a 39.

I like these a lot. I like that they have threads and are more sturdy than my other Vibrams. They are a bit harder to get on due to being so snug but that really helps to insure that sand and rocks stay out. The run tight and the ankle is very snug. I hope the stretch a bit but in all, great!

These shoes are wonderful. They are my first pair of FiveFingers, and they have been great so far. They have just enough protection and traction on the bottom, but they do an awesome job of being minimalist, as well. Also, the backing for your achilles tendon is great. I probably could have gone a half size smaller, but I'm still satisfied!

Got these to combat an underpronation issue and they seem to be helping. Still in break in period, so not many miles on them yet, but they are comfy. Be prepared, you get lots of comments on them! I work in a school and the kids always think I'm barefoot - great conversation starters :)